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What does it really mean to start over without punishing yourself? Ethan Suplee sits down with Paige Dorian to unpack the emotional and psychological weight of restarting, whether it is after the holidays, a setback, or yet another failed plan. Ethan speaks candidly about crash diets, the illusion of quick fixes, and why weight loss is something to manage, not cure.
Together, they explore sustainable habits, realistic readiness, and the importance of support and accountability. This conversation is a grounded reminder that real change comes from compassion, not extremes.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Starting Over and January Resets
02:05 The Gloom of Restarting
06:38 Why Crash Diets Fail
09:31 Sustainable Change vs Quick Fixes
12:17 Mindless Eating and Awareness
14:57 Exercise and Unrealistic Expectations
19:36 The Readiness Formula
24:03 Weight Loss vs Life Improvement
26:01 Accountability and Support Systems
30:55 Managing Weight for Life
36:44 Broadening the Goal Beyond Weight
42:19 Compassion, Guardrails, and Self Control
48:00 New Year Perspective
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"What diet should I do?" It is one of the most common questions Ethan receives. In this solo episode, Ethan sits down to address the complexities of starting a weight loss journey. He shares his personal history with extreme diets, explaining how reducing responsibility with food initially helped him gain control.
Ethan discusses the psychological benefits of diet breaks, the reality of loose skin, and the dangers of scale obsession. He emphasizes that whether you choose keto, veganism, or calorie reduction, the key is finding a sustainable long term plan.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
0:00 The "What Diet Should I Do?" Question
1:17 Extreme Diets and Initial Goals
2:43 Reducing Responsibility with Liquid Diets
4:47 The Trap of Yo-Yo Dieting
5:50 Reintroducing Carbs and Food Intolerance
7:37 Diet Plateaus and Metabolic Adaptation
9:45 The Importance of Maintenance Periods
11:28 Maintenance is Still a Diet
13:17 Handing Power Over to Someone Else
14:38 Finding the Right Approach for You
15:45 Using Extreme Diets as a Mental Reset
17:34 The Reality of Loose Skin
18:48 Overcoming Scale Obsession
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What really drives sustainable weight loss, and why do so many popular diets fail people long term?
Ethan sits down with Tony Bloom to unpack the confusion, frustration, and misinformation surrounding modern diet culture. Drawing from personal experience and years in the fitness industry, Tony explains why no single diet is magic, how social media amplifies bad nutrition advice, and why communication and individualization matter more than dogma.
Ethan reflects on his own history with keto, calorie fear, and chasing the “right” answer, revealing how mindset and adherence shape real results. This episode cuts through noise and ideology to focus on what actually works for humans in the real world.
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Is it ever too late to rewrite your habits and reclaim your health? In this episode, Ethan sits down with returning guest Lisa De Pasquale to discuss her latest book, *The Gen X Handbook to Middle Age*. Together, they dive deep into the unique experience of their generation, exploring how "latchkey kids" are now navigating the challenges of aging and health.
Ethan and Lisa bond over their shared history, discussing how the explosion of processed food in the 1980s shaped their early habits and left them to figure out wellness later in life. Lisa opens up about her own transformation, detailing her 170-pound weight loss and the reality of maintaining it while dealing with loose skin and the physical limitations that come with getting older. They discuss the importance of making fitness fun, using movie montage playlists to stay motivated, and why perfection is not the goal.
The conversation touches on the nostalgia of fast food culture, the judgment surrounding diet choices, and why it is crucial to reject the idea that you have missed the boat on getting healthy.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Intro and Welcome
00:39 The Gen X Identity Crisis
02:07 The Wealth Transfer Myth
03:22 The First Generation of Processed Food
05:37 Starting Health Journeys Later in Life
07:19 The Power of the Perfect Workout Playlist
10:31 Training Montages and Movie Nostalgia
13:17 Adapting Workouts to Busy Schedules
15:17 The Realities of Aging and Mobility
17:51 Fast Food Nostalgia and Marketing Collabs
20:25 The Judgment of Food Choices
25:18 How Independence Fueled Bad Habits
29:51 There Is No Finish Line
32:05 Dealing with Loose Skin and Surgery
37:06 Swimwear Anxiety and Body Image
38:29 Generational Food Pyramids
41:18 The Politics of Health and Food
44:23 Dealing with Public Disappointment After Weight Loss
47:43 Navigating Career Identity Post-Weight Loss
49:03 The Gen X Approach to Plastic Surgery
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Is it possible to survive the holiday season without completely derailing your health goals?
Ethan sits down with Page Dorian to discuss the "season of gluttony" sandwiched between Thanksgiving and Christmas. They explore practical strategies for navigating food focused gatherings, from planning cheat meals to dealing with family members who might pressure you to overindulge. Ethan shares his personal history with rapid holiday weight gain and offers advice on determining if that slice of pie is truly worth the setback to your progress.
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What if everything you believe about dieting and weight loss is wrong?
Ethan Suplee sits down with Dr. Mike Israetel for a brutally clear look at fad diets, sustainable fat loss, and the real science behind building muscle while dropping weight. They talk through keto myths, progressive overload, food psychology, and why modern life is designed to make you overeat. If you have ever felt stuck or confused by conflicting nutrition advice, this episode cuts through the noise.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 The Keto Mistake Ethan Discovered
02:45 What Mike’s TED Talk Changed
06:07 Progressive Overload Explained Simply
12:47 What Failure in Training Really Means
17:32 How Beginners Should Actually Train
20:30 Muscle vs Fat and Why Muscle Matters
23:26 Why Muscle Improves Metabolic Health
27:07 Why Overweight People Often Excel at Lifting
29:23 Why Fad Diets Set You Up for Failure
32:46 The Danger of One Size Fits All Diets
35:59 Hunger, Evolution and Modern Food
41:21 The Red Pill of Understanding Food
45:56 Why Food Is Not Moral or Immoral
48:30 The Forbidden Food Effect
52:13 Ethan Reintroduces Carbs and Freaks Out
53:55 Why Boring Science Wins in the End
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What happens when nutrition myths collide with lived experience and real science? In this episode, Ethan sits down with Jacob to explore the confusion, fear and evolving beliefs around food, dieting and identity.
They talk about breaking free from restrictive rules, learning to trust your body and replacing guilt with grounded understanding. The conversation digs into calories, keto history, processed food fear, personal patterns and how to rebuild a healthy relationship with eating.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Welcome and intro
01:09 Falling into nutrition misinformation
02:51 Studying nutrition and shifting beliefs
04:46 Ethan’s dieting history
07:09 Calories in calories out realization
10:06 Fear and judgment around food
12:23 Personal experimentation and routines
14:48 Learning to individualize nutrition
16:42 Keto, identity and starting over
18:58 Trusting real science
21:44 Shifting the goal from weight loss to fat loss
24:43 The dark side of extreme calorie restriction
28:25 Coaching through mindset and misinformation
31:32 The problem with cookie cutter coaching
33:56 Missing life because of food rules
38:24 Food fear and social consequences
41:22 Why online nutrition beliefs shift
43:54 Ultra processed food vs mindset
46:34 Diet soda, health claims and nuance
48:54 Reintroducing processed foods without chaos
51:06 The failure of abstinence based eating
53:13 Food as culture and connection
55:09 Final thoughts and closing
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What happens when running becomes a path to understanding pain, purpose and growth? Ethan sits down with Nick Thompson to explore the mindset behind doing hard things, pushing physical limits and finding meaning in movement. From beating cancer to setting records in his forties, Nick shares stories that challenge excuses and expand what we believe is possible.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Intro
00:50 Nick’s approach to running
03:35 Breaking mental limits
07:50 Discipline and daily habits
12:03 The message behind Nick’s book
15:50 Why hard things matter
20:37 Building capacity over time
24:40 Coming back from cancer
27:18 Getting faster in the forties
29:01 Advice for new runners
30:42 Walking and mindfulness
31:33 Training in any weather
32:12 Running to the airport
32:49 Closing conversation
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What does it really take to change your mindset and stick with it? In this episode, Ethan sits down with Paige to explore why lasting change isn’t just about making one big decision but about continuously reframing and recommitting every single day. From battling unfairness to redefining success, Ethan shares hard-earned insights into discipline, mindset, and self-acceptance.
Whether you’re struggling with food, fitness, or any form of personal growth, this conversation will challenge your perspective on what it means to truly change.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Welcome to the American Glutton Podcast
00:19 What does mindset really mean?
01:03 Ethan explains why mindset isn’t a one-time decision
02:50 The struggle of daily reorientation and repetition
06:35 Defining the first step toward lasting change
07:44 Why wanting something isn’t enough
11:02 The myth of permanent results and “easy” success
13:40 Searching for the one cause behind failure
15:48 Ethan’s real definition of mindset
17:16 Rebuilding from failed diets and methods
19:48 The hard truth about sustainable change
21:02 The unfairness of the journey
22:51 The dessert story that reveals life’s unfairness
26:58 Life isn’t fair – and that’s okay
27:43 What to do when it feels too hard
29:18 Restructuring your life for success
31:53 Maintenance and constant upkeep
34:29 Adapting to new circumstances
35:29 Finding balance in imperfect conditions
38:11 Accepting what’s realistic for you
40:33 Redefining success and celebrating small wins
43:08 The antithesis of mindset
44:49 Realistic goals versus unrealistic dreams
46:39 Finding satisfaction in your own story
48:34 Ethan’s approach to balance and self-compassion
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Have you ever wondered what happens to your body after major weight loss? Ethan sits down with renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban to dive deep into the realities of loose skin, surgical options, and what it truly takes to rebuild confidence after a transformation.
They explore the pros and cons of surgery, common misconceptions, and the emotional side of body changes. Whether you’re on your own fitness journey or simply curious about what comes next, this conversation pulls back the curtain on life after weight loss.
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What does it really take to build a healthier life that lasts?
In this episode, Ethan sits down with Paige to explore the role of community, honesty, and discipline in sustaining long-term change.
He opens up about the highs and lows of his weight loss journey, the myths he had to unlearn, and why connection with others is just as important as diet and exercise. Listeners will hear candid insights, practical advice, and the power of shared experiences.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 The Missing Piece: Community
02:59 Life Is Still Life
05:38 The Power of Honest Conversations
06:34 Learning from Experts and Peers
11:17 Starting Over with Radical Honesty
15:46 Unlearning Old Beliefs About Food
22:10 Energy In vs Energy Out
26:02 Closing Thoughts on Community
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What happens when strength, resilience, and self-discovery collide in the middle of life’s hardest moments? Ethan sits down with Andrea Leigh Rogers to explore her journey through challenges, the unexpected tools she leaned on, and the mindset shifts that helped her move forward. Together they discuss how presence, awareness, and vulnerability can reshape the way we approach health and happiness.
This conversation is filled with insight and inspiration for anyone working toward lasting change.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Introduction and welcome
04:15 Andrea’s background and early influences
10:40 Showing up every day despite challenges
18:30 Mindfulness and presence in daily life
22:00 Andrea’s surprising encounter with smudge spray
28:45 Strategies for building resilience
35:20 Redefining health and self-acceptance
42:10 Key takeaways and reflections
48:20 Closing thoughts
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What if everything you thought about lifting weights was wrong? In this episode, Ethan sits down with Dr. John Jaquish, the inventor of the X3 Bar and author of Weightlifting Is a Waste of Time.
John shares why traditional weight training fails most people, the science behind variable resistance, and how his system helps build muscle and improve bone density faster. They also explore diet, longevity, and why so many quit the gym within 90 days. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – Introduction
00:47 – Why lifting weights may be a waste of time
02:33 – Understanding variable resistance
04:16 – Why 90 percent quit the gym in 90 days
06:02 – Muscle transformations and genetics
10:57 – NFL athletes vs the rest of us
12:15 – The dominance of Westside Barbell
14:27 – Creating the X3 system
16:42 – How the X3 works at home
18:34 – Can bands really replicate heavy weights?
20:30 – From bone density device to fitness innovation
21:22 – The truth about carbs and nutrition
25:26 – Strength vs cardio and longevity
29:24 – Experiments with protein and essential amino acids
31:04 – Osteoporosis and bone density training
33:38 – Why traditional weightlifting often fails
36:38 – The psychology of progress in the gym
38:20 – Success stories with the X3 system
40:00 – OsteoStrong and fracture prevention
41:44 – The deadly risk of hip fractures
42:35 – Closing thoughts and wrap up
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What happens when losing 300 pounds still doesn’t feel like enough? In this episode, Ethan sits down with Paige Dorian to share the biggest challenges he has faced in his weight loss and maintenance journey. He opens up about chasing perfection, why it never brought peace, and how shifting his mindset toward balance and improvement changed everything. Ethan also talks about the role of his podcast in keeping him accountable and connected.
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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – Welcome and Introduction
00:34 – Ethan’s Biggest Challenges
01:21 – Feeling Overwhelmed at the Start
02:26 – Early Diet Attempts
04:30 – Losing 80 Pounds in Two Months
05:33 – The Moving Finish Line
07:28 – The Illusion of Perfection
09:00 – Maintaining Weight for Eight Years
13:19 – Chasing Goals Without Satisfaction
17:25 – The Closest Ethan Came to “Perfect”
18:15 – Life as an Ecosystem
21:23 – Finding Balance Beyond Diets
23:29 – How the Podcast Helps Maintain Success
26:44 – Parallels with Sobriety
28:23 – Dealing with Negative Feedback
33:10 – Lessons from Age and Experience
35:58 – Final Reflections and Takeaways
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In this episode of American Glutton, I sit down with Dr. Drew Pinsky and Adam Carolla for a no-holds-barred conversation on health, culture, discipline, and resilience. We dive into the politics of obesity, the cultural shift around smoking, and why hard work still trumps talent. From the dangers of over-reliance on medication to the impact of safe spaces on mental health, Drew and Adam bring raw insights, provocative takes, and personal stories. If you’re ready to challenge conventional thinking about health, masculinity, and personal responsibility, this episode is a must-listen.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – Introduction
02:13 – The state of health in America
03:59 – Cultural shifts and smoking
06:24 – Safe spaces vs. resilience
08:25 – Obesity and public health
11:45 – Medication, peptides, and risk
18:04 – Stigma, shame, and health truths
20:49 – The obesity paradox debate
27:03 – Victim mentality and hard work
29:45 – Relentlessness vs. talent
31:37 – Discipline and education
33:09 – Getting soft vs. true progress
37:34 – Participation trophies and culture
42:08 – Gender balance and societal impact
45:39 – Nutrition myths and upbringing
49:28 – Medical science, patience, and policy
51:09 – Closing thoughts
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In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with Dr. Erika Schwartz for an eye-opening conversation about health, alcohol, obesity, and the medical system. They discuss the newly established links between alcohol and cancer, the overlooked impact of obesity on chronic disease, and why quick fixes rarely work without lifestyle change.
Dr. Erika shares insights from her decades of clinical experience, stressing personal responsibility, hormone health, and the dangers of blindly trusting authority. Together, they explore why awareness and ownership are the foundation of true well-being and how individuals can take back control of their health.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – Alcohol and cancer risks
03:27 – Genetics vs lifestyle
04:45 – Gym closures during COVID
06:02 – Culture of drinking
08:08 – Obesity and healthcare blind spots
12:41 – Missing obesity in medical records
15:29 – Weight loss drugs and access issues
17:15 – Prevention over treatment
18:12 – Ethan’s childhood diets
20:10 – Quick fixes vs inner solutions
22:22 – Medical errors and systemic failures
25:40 – Hypocrisy in health movements
28:26 – A patient’s story of medical neglect
29:50 – Women’s hormones overlooked
36:55 – Gender disparity in treatment
39:31 – Women dropping out of society
41:21 – Money, lobbying, and access
42:16 – Alcohol as escape
44:14 – Teaching ownership of health
47:21 – Questioning authority and empowerment
48:57 – Closing thoughts
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In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with fitness trainer and former dancer Noah Valinsky for a powerful conversation about mindset, movement, and sustainability in health. They dive into the realities of fitness, from reframing hunger and discipline to the importance of structure, organization, and finding what works for you.
Noah shares insights from his personal journey in entertainment and fitness, while Ethan reflects on his own path of transformation. Together, they highlight the balance between discipline, flexibility, and enjoyment in living a healthier life.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:03 – Introducing Noah Valinsky
00:21 – Fitness as a lifestyle, not a phase
01:07 – Demands of dance and athletic training
03:32 – The body as a “dumb meat sack”
07:01 – Controlling thoughts and reactions
10:30 – Factory settings vs modern life
12:54 – Finding sustainable fitness approaches
16:42 – Mindset and framing challenges
18:24 – One step at a time vs instant change
21:24 – Structure, organization, and success
22:49 – Awareness, willingness, preparedness
25:59 – Preparation and readiness in practice
27:26 – Knowing your limits and alternatives
30:08 – Tools, peptides, and diet fads
33:52 – Bodybuilding, legs, and recovery
36:42 – Pivoting when plans don’t work
39:27 – Fitness as individual sustainability
42:02 – Carbs, diet changes, and psoriasis
46:22 – Balance, flexibility, and family
49:55 – Traveling with food and preparation
53:20 – Sustainability and long-term balance
55:14 – Strength, health, and true fitness
56:04 – Closing thoughts
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In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with Alex Porro to discuss his extraordinary 240-pound weight loss journey and the decade of discipline it took to keep it off. Alex opens up about the mental and physical battles of obesity, his experience with bodybuilding, skin removal surgery, and the emotional conversations he’s had with family about health and longevity.
From fad diets to sustainable change, Alex shares raw, practical insights on transformation, maintenance, and living a healthier life without extremes.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:20 – Alex’s transformation and weight loss journey
01:33 – Hitting rock bottom and first steps toward change
04:25 – Building confidence and entering the gym
10:13 – CrossFit, bodybuilding, and maintenance
14:47 – The dangers of bodybuilding culture
18:09 – Life after competitions and finding balance
23:52 – Supporting friends and family on their journeys
28:23 – Diet experiments and GLP-1 medications
30:12 – Emotional talk with his parents about health
31:10 – Skin removal surgery and recovery struggles
38:42 – Documentary on Amazon Prime
46:59 – Behind the scenes of “Skin Deep”
51:53 – Looking ahead: the future of weight loss
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In this episode of the American Glutton Podcast, Ethan Suplee and Paige Dorian dive into the realities of sustainable health, fitness, and weight loss. They reflect on the post-summer reset, the pitfalls of crash diets, and why long-term change requires more than quick fixes or bursts of motivation.
Ethan shares candid insights from his own journey—battling cycles of extreme dieting, the lure of shortcuts, and the hard truth about building habits that last. From small, manageable adjustments to the psychology of effort and reward, this conversation is both practical and deeply relatable.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – Summer reset and gym culture
05:51 – Small changes over perfection
10:21 – The problem with perceived effort
19:40 – Building a foundation for sustainable change
24:41 – Radical change vs. slow progress
31:59 – The truth about lasting lifestyle shifts
37:31 – Debunking fad diets and “quick fixes”
41:45 – Why desperation leads to relapse
45:31 – Consistency as the real path to transformation
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In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with Dave Knapp, patient advocate and founder of the first patient-centric obesity medicine news platform. Dave shares his deeply personal journey with obesity and type 2 diabetes—from years of yo-yo dieting and keto struggles to discovering GLP-1 medications that changed his life.
Together, Ethan and Dave explore misconceptions about obesity, the emotional toll of weight loss, the rise of new medical treatments, and the importance of community in navigating these challenges. This honest, eye-opening conversation is filled with hard truths, hope, and inspiration for anyone on a health journey.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:02 – Welcome and introductions
01:18 – Living with diabetes and obesity
04:40 – Obesity as a chronic disease
08:29 – Misconceptions about type 2 diabetes
10:22 – High school struggles and keto beginnings
13:36 – Diagnosis and the wake-up call
15:51 – Year of keto and frustration
23:24 – Facing surgery and discovering new drugs
26:35 – Building a patient-driven platform
33:46 – Safety concerns and misconceptions
41:46 – Why people resist obesity medications
46:32 – Transfer addiction and mental health
52:06 – Long-term effects and unanswered questions
56:27 – Loose skin and hidden struggles of weight loss
01:00:39 – The misconceptions about rapid results
01:02:55 – Final reflections and gratitude
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